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[ Media Contact: TPWD News, news@tpwd.texas.gov, 512-389-8030 ] [SL]
Jan. 18, 2016
TPWD to Conduct Prescribed Burn at Mustang Island State Park This Week
AUSTIN - The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Wildland Fire Team will be implementing a prescribed fire at Mustang Island State Park this week beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 19. The burn should not affect campers or day-use visitors on the gulf side of State Highway 361, but public access to the bay-side of the park will be closed during the burn.
The gates on the access roads to the bay-side will be locked at 10 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, in preparation for the event.
Mariners on Nueces Bay near the Mustang Island State Park shoreline may experience smoky conditions and should avoid these areas or navigate with due caution for the existing conditions.
Prescribed burns are an important land management tool used to reduce fuel loads in case of a wildfire; control exotic and invasive species; and restore native grasses vital for native wildlife. For additional information, contact Park Superintendent Damon Reeves at (361) 749-5246 or e-mail damon.reeves@tpwd.texas.gov
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[ Additional Contacts: Candyce Johnson, 254-897-4588, candyce.johnson@tpwd.texas.gov; Katy Schaffer, 512-389-8046; kat.schaffer@tpwd.texas.gov ]
Jan. 18, 2016
Dinosaur Valley State Park Announces Spring Art Contest and Festival
GLEN ROSE - This March, kids and families can learn how they can do their part to preserve their winged neighbors at Dinosaur Valley State Park's first annual Spring Wingding.
The event, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 12, is a free community celebration of the return of spring birds and insects. Programming includes guest speakers, a guided hike, a kid's corner, food, crafts and local vendors.
The event will also feature the Spring Wingding youth art contest winners. Any kid aged 18 and under can participate. Artwork must include a drawing or painting of a native Texas migratory bird or insect. Entries are due by March 2.
Judging will take place on March 4, and the winners will be announced at the Spring Wingding. Winners must be present at the event to choose their prize. For more information about contest rules and entry forms, visit the event website.
Businesses wishing to contribute prizes for contest winners can visit the event website and click on "Partners" or contact Nicole Gilbert at 254-897-4588, ext. 227.
Though the event is free, visitors must pay park entry fees, which are $7 for adults and free for children 12 and under.
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